CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE BLOG: 4/24/11

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

A NEW "SUE'S VIEWS, REVIEWS & NEWS COLUMN JUST POSTED ON THE CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE

We just posted a new "Sue's Views, Reviews & News" column by Sue Matsuki on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE -http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ - This week (April 27) in her column she comments on some of the e-mails and comments she has received about her MAC AWARD comments of 2 weeks ago. She also reviews a show by a Vegas superstar she really liked, and writes about some upcoming events to be on the lookout for.

The issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE that was sent Monday to our 2700+ subscribers (free) and is also posted on the website -http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ . Is your cabaret event announcement included in the listings? Send a press release tostuhamstra@svhamstra.com - a flier is not a press release!) You can subscribe to this twice-weekly newsletter by simply sending an e-mail with the single word SUBSCRIBE in the subject line to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com - please include your name and city in the body of the email - for statistical purposes.

Check out our newly updated http://www.CabaretSings.com/ website - we are expanding our offerings to singers beyond the just the songwriters listed there. If you are offering a cabaret workshop or master class, make sure you're included. Do you offer services regarding the preparation, recording, cover design, etc. of CD? That will be our next addition - drop me a line for details - stuhamstra@svhamstra.com

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Tuesday, April 26, 2011

NYC: 26TH ANNUAL BISTRO AWARDS GALA AT GOTHAM TONIGHT

NYC: 26TH ANNUAL BISTRO AWARDS GALA AT GOTHAM
FEATURED CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT

Internationally renowned singer, recording artist, and humanitarian Dionne Warwick and the legendary musical theatre performer Carol Channing will be honored, along with 16 other members of the New York cabaret and jazz community, at the 26TH ANNUAL BISTRO AWARDS, which will take place on Tuesday, April 26th at GOTHAM COMEDY CLUB (208 West 23rd Street, NYC - 212-367-9000). Ms. Warwick, a major force in American contemporary music and an international star, now approaching her 50th year in the industry, will receive the Bob Harrington Lifetime Achievement Award. Ms. Channing, an entertainment icon and star of stage, screen, and concert venues, will receive a Special Award for her ongoing commitment and dedication to the performing arts through the Dr. Carol Channing & Harry Kullijian Foundation for the Arts. The evening, under the direction of Edie Cowan, will once again be hosted by comedian and actor Jim David, and will feature performances from most of this year's Bistro-winning artists. Ticket prices are $50 for General Admission; $80 for Premium Tickets, which include a pre-show Champagne reception and preferred seating. There is a 2-drink minimum. To purchase show tickets, go tohttp://www.bistroawards.com/ .
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NYC: JAZZ LEGEND ANNIE ROSS TUESDAYS THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: JAZZ LEGEND ANNIE ROSS TUESDAYS THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

Jazz legend Annie Ross continues her unprecedented, record-breaking, multi-year run at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440), every Tuesday night in April at 9:30 pm. Ms. Ross has been an abundant contributor to the art of jazz for over 50 years. Born in the UK, she has been a permanent resident of the USA for many years and a US citizen since 2001. Annie Ross is one of the pioneers of vocalese and the composer of "Twisted", one of the most well known examples of that art, as well as "Farmers Market", "Jackie" and many others. A founding member of Lambert, Hendricks and Ross, considered the greatest jazz vocal ensemble of all time, her influence is present in all subsequent practitioners of vocalese. "Twisted" has been recorded by a host of vocalists, including some not normally associated with jazz, including Joni Mitchell and Bette Midler. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: MELBA MOORE PREMIERES "FOREVER MOORE" AT CAFE CARLYLE OPENS TONIGHT

NYC: MELBA MOORE PREMIERES "FOREVER MOORE" AT CAFE CARLYLE

The Tony Award-winning actress and singer Melba Moore makes her debut appearance at THE CAFE CARLYLE (35 East 76th Street, NYC - 212-744-1600 ) in an exclusive two-week engagement from Tuesday, April 26th through Saturday, May 7th. Performances are Tuesday through Saturday at 8:45 pm with a second show on Saturdays at 10:45 pm. In the premiere of "Forever Moore" the four-time Grammy-nominated Moore traces a remarkable musical journey reaching into the past and leading to the present. Moore, who has had numerous chart-topping hits throughout a long career, currently has a new number one on the Billboard R&B charts. "Love Is," from her new CD of the same name, has been holding on to the top ranking for four weeks and counting. In "Forever Moore" Moore reaches into the American Songbook for some early influences, passes through her hit-making 70's (she was a Best New Artist Grammy nominee in 1971) and opens it up with a treasure trove of seminal R&B touchstones, culminating with her current hit "Love Is." In the course of the evening Moore pays tribute to Ella, Lena and Aretha, the sophisticated ladies whose profound influences on her art and career she both acknowledges and celebrates. The music director is Levi Barcourt. There is a $65 cover charge.
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NYC: EMILY BERGL'S KIDDING ON THE SQUARE AT THE BEECHMAN

NYC: EMILY BERGL'S KIDDING ON THE SQUARE AT THE BEECHMAN

Emily Bergl brings her show "Kidding On The Square" to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 ) on Tuesday, April 26th at 7:00 pm and Wednesday, April 29th at 9:30 pm. The show is a highly theatrical cabaret that brings the audience on a roaring 20's ride through love, heartbreak, and everything in between. It's an old fashioned evening of entertainment told from the perspective of a modern girl and the eccentric characters she inhabits. In her debut musical performance, Broadway, film and television star Emily Bergl with acclaimed musical director and pianist G. Scott Lacy, creates a cabaret world that blends classic Fats Waller and Cole Porter hits with vintage takes on modern favorites from Roy Orbison to Madonna. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: AARON WEINSTEIN TO MAKE MET ROOM DEBUT

NYC: AARON WEINSTEIN TO MAKE MET ROOM DEBUT

Violinist Aaron Weinstein makes his debut appearance at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM(34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 ) with performances on Wednesday, April 20th at 9:30 pm; Tuesday, April 26th at 7:00 pm; Wednesday, May 11th at 9:30 pm; and Monday, May 23rd at 7:00 pm. His show "Have Strings, Will Swing," combines genial wit and erudition with spell-binding musicianship. He will be backed by Tedd Firth on piano and Tom Hubbard on bass. This will be Weinstein's first major NYC cabaret run. A featured soloist, Weinstein has played at Jazz at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, the Blue Note, Birdland and Wolftrap. The 2011 Nightlife Award winner has collaborated with such jazz luminaries as Les Paul, Scott Hamilton, Dave Frishberg, Annie Ross, Dick Hyman, Jessica Molaskey, and Bucky Pizzarelli. With John Pizzarelli, Weinstein recorded his newest release, "Blue Too." There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: TERESE GENECCO & LITTLE BIG BAND CONTINUES AT IRIDIUM TONIGHT

NYC: TERESE GENECCO & LITTLE BIG BAND CONTINUES AT IRIDIUM
MEMBER FOR MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER

ScoBar Entertainment & BUG:OUT:MUSIC present Broadway's Longest Running Nightclub Act, Terese Genecco & her "little big band" at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121). Next performance is on Tuesday, April 26th with shows at 7:00 & 9:00 pm. Genecco will continue to headline at the club on the last Tuesday of every month, celebrating the start of her third consecutive year in March! Each month she has Grammy, Tony, and Emmy-Winning performers as her guest stars. Genecco's 8-piece band features Barry Levitt on piano, Kenny Lavender on trumpet, Joe Abba on drums, Mayra Casales on Latin Percussion, Tom Hubbard on bass, Sean Harkness on guitar, Cliff Lyons on tenor sax, Mark Miller on trombone, and also featuring (as schedules permit) Grammy winners Lew Soloff (Blood Sweat & Tears) on trumpet and Skip Ward (Steve Martin's "The Crow") on bass and Grammy nominee ("Liza's At The Palace") Michael Berkowitz on drums. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

Monday, April 25, 2011

C: "PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW" ON THEIR WAY TO BROADWAY! THIS SATURDAY

NYC: "PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW" ON THEIR WAY TO BROADWAY!
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE in collaboration with Sue Matsuki Productions is proud to announce the fourth in a series of monthly concerts called PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW atDON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ). On Saturday, April 30th at 6:00 pm, the show will feature PEOPLE ON THEIR WAY TO BROADWAY! Hosted by Sue Matsuki, with Jeff Cubeta on piano, special guest is Eric Michael Gillett! The show will feature Vocalists Emily Buttner, Christopher Handley and Kelly McDonald. You may make a reservation online (http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) or by phone (212-757-0788 after 4:00 pm). There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum (no credit cards).$10 cover for member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

NYC: BRONWYN RUCKER'S HAPPY HOUR SALON AT IDO SUSHI TONIGHT

NYC: THE HAPPY HOUR SALON AT IDO SUSHI

Bronwyn Rucker hosts "The Happy Hour Salon" open-mic at IDO SUSHI (29 Seventh Avenue South, NY - 212-691-7177 - ) every Monday night from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. On Monday, April 25th, Bronwyn will present another "Shakespeare Soiree!" with co-hostTBA, and Jerry Scott at the Piano. Calling all singers, songwriters, actors, poets, comics, magicians, comics, madmen and lovers! Everyone is invited to drop in, sing a song, meet new friends and have a fun time in the Village. No cover.
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NYC: KIM SMITH HOSTS VAUXHALL KABARETT - NOW MONDAYS AT 9:00 PM

NYC: KIM SMITH HOSTS VAUXHALL KABARETT - NOW AT 9:00 PM

Kim Smith is currently serving as as resident host of "Vauxhall Kabarett," a late-night musicale atVLADA LOUNGE (331 West 51st Street, NYC - 212-974-8030 - ) every Monday night starting at a new start time: 9:00 pm. Taking inspiration from both 1920s Berlin boy-bars and 1950s New York nightlife, Vauxhall features taut, shirtless bar boys, absinthe cocktails and a glittering parade of musical guests. This weeks guests, on Monday, April 25th, are opera-singer Will Ferguson (Kim's husband) and entertainer and roustabout Kyle Supley. As usual, Kim will play host and sing of pop-tastic Weimar heartbreak, to the piano accompaniment of Steven Ray Watkins. There is no cover charge.

NYC: THE 30 YEAR REUNION CELEBRATION OF SOPHISTICATED LADIES AT BIRDLAND

NYC: THE 30 YEAR REUNION CELEBRATION OF SOPHISTICATED LADIES

Jim Caruso presents the 30 Year Reunion Celebration of the Broadway Opening of Duke Ellington's SOPHISTICATED LADIES, featuring original cast members and the Duke Ellington Big Band at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 ) on Monday, April 25th at 7:00 pm. This event is part of the Broadway at Birdland concert series. Scheduled to appear are Adrian Bailey, Priscilla Baskerville, Hinton Battle, P.J. Benjamin, Mercedes Ellington, Ken Hanson, Bruce Heath, Terri Klausner, Michael Lichtefeld, Paula Lynn, Frank Owens, Valarie Pettiford, Wynonna Smith, Ty Stephens, Faruma Williams, and surprise guests. Sophisticated Ladies is a musical revue based on the music of Duke Ellington. After fifteen previews, the Broadway production opened on March 1, 1981 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, where it ran for 767 performances. The original cast included Gregory Hines, Judith Jamison, Phyllis Hyman, Hinton Battle, Gregg Burge, and Mercer Ellington. The show was nominated for eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and won for Best Actor (Battle) and Costume Design (Willa Kim). There is a $40-$50 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED EXTENDED FOR 13th PERFORMANCE TONIGHT

NYC: SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED EXTENDED FOR 13th PERFORMANCE
2011 BISTRO AWARD WINNER

Following 12 sold out shows, THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER(407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) will continue their hit series, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED for an 13th installment, on Monday, April 25th at 7:00 pm. Sondheim Unplugged features an array of Broadway and Cabaret's most dynamic performers, celebrating the work of Broadway's most beloved and prolific composer, accompanied by piano only. The show on the 25th features Emily Bergl, Jim Brochu, David Brian Colbert, Eric Michael Gillett, Hunter Herdlicka, Hilary Kole, Gabriel Mudd, Leenya Rideout, Jillian Severin, Lucia Spina, Trevor Southworth and Jessica Vosk plus Into the Woods' original Stepmother, Joy Franz; Sunday in the Park with George's original Celeste #1, Melanie Vaughan; Sweeney Todd's original Johanna, Sarah Rice. Each evening is hosted by Director/Producer Phil Geoffrey Bond (MAC/Bistro/ Nightlife Award Winner). Musical Direction by Ray Fellman. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: JIM VAN SLYKE'S "THE SEDAKA SHOW" AT FEINSTEIN'S - FINAL SHOW TONIGHT

NYC: JIM VAN SLYKE'S "THE SEDAKA SHOW" AT FEINSTEIN'S

Jim Van Slyke returns toFEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095) in grand style with his critically-acclaimed show, "The Sedaka Show," celebrating the music of pop icon Neil Sedaka. Jim lights up the stage with this tribute to pop music legend Neil Sedaka and five decades of top 40 hits every Monday in April, with the final show tonight, the 25th, at 8:30 pm. Conceived and directed by Tony-nominated singer/actor Brian Lane Green, "The Sedaka Show" features Jim's beautiful voice and charm with the intimate melodies of Neil Sedaka, including "Laughter in the Rain," "Hungry Years," "Solitaire," and classic Sedaka hits like "Oh Carol," "Breaking Up Is Hard to Do," "Happy Birthday, Sweet Sixteen," "Where the Boys Are," and the blockbuster hit, "Love Will Keep Us Together." With musical arrangements by award-winning musical director Tim DiPasqua, this tour de force trio have created a magnificent evening of Neil Sedaka favorites, lost gems, and a few surprises! One surprise: Terese Genecco joins Jim on April 25th. Jim will also celebrate the forthcoming release of his brand new CD, The Sedaka Sessions, featuring two duets with Neil Sedaka. The CD will be available for prerelease at all April performances. There is a $30-$50 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.

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Sunday, April 24, 2011

NYC: MARK JANAS' SALON CANCELLED FOR THIS SUNDAY

NYC: MARK JANAS' SALON CANCELLED FOR THIS SUNDAY

Mark Janas' Salon is held at ETCETERA ETCETERA every Sunday evening from 7:00 to 10:30 pm with one intermission, but this week's show has been cancelled for the holiday. For details see http://www.markjanasthesalon.com/ . There is a $10 cash cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum (collected in advance - cash - at the door.
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TODAY: CABARET ON THE RADIO - ON CABLE - ON THE WEB

RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": JUDY AT CARNEGIE HALL!
CABARET ON THE RADIO - ON THE WEB

EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, on the Radio over WBAI 99.5 FM and on the Internet at http://www.wbai.org/, usually heard from 9:00 to 11:00 pm on Sundays, and is hosted by David Kenney. Each week David presents the usual blend of big-band jazz, swing, standards, showtunes, contemporary cabaret and celebrity interviews plus MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS. This Sunday, April 24th, David will feature in recognition of its 50th Anniversary, David will present the entire CAPITOL recording of JUDY AT CARNEGIE HALL! For more information, see http://www.oldisnew.org/ or contact: oldisnew@earthlink.net. You are invited to e-mail your comments and suggestions for future shows. You can listen to past shows at any time by going to the WBAI Archives athttp://www.archive.wbai.org/ .

RADIO: ALL CABARET RADIO PROGRAM SUNDAYS ON WVOX-AM
CABARET ON THE RADIO - ON THE WEB

Elliott Ames hosts an all cabaret radio program Sunday afternoons at 2:05 on WVOX AM1460, Mew Rochelle, NY (streamed on http://www.wvox.com/ ). Entitled "The WVOX Golden Pear Cabaret Hour" where iconic cabaret artists are featured weekly. See the website for more details.

TV: LOCAL NJ "LIVE ON STAGE" TV SHOW GOING GLOBAL
CABARET ON TV - ON THE WEB

The TV show "Live On Stage", currently airing in various cable systems and nearly 60 cities throughout New Jersey is going global. The weekly entertainment show hosted by Lucio Fernandez is now available for viewing onYou Tube: ; on VEOH: ; on HudsonCountyTV.com: and Live on Stage with Lucio Fernandez . Locally, the show can still be viewed every Sunday evening at 10:00 pm on CABLEVISION Channel 19 in Hudson County, NJ; and on Sundays at 11:00 pm on Channel 76 in other areas throughout NJ. The show features in-depth interviews and live performances with artists of all disciplines. It's about showcasing art and artists.
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L.A.: SALLY MAYES & GREGG EDELMAN PLAY LOS ANGELES

L.A.: SALLY MAYES & GREGG EDELMAN PLAY LOS ANGELES

Tony Award Nominees Sally Mayes & Gregg Edelman, each with a growing list of Hollywood credits, play a special Easter event (two nights only) at VERMONT'S SHOW AT BARRE (1714 North Vermont, Los Angeles, CA) on Sunday & Monday, April 24th & 25th at 7:30 pm. They will be accompanied by musical director Ron Abel. Edelman received four Tony Award nominations for his performances in Into the Woods, 1776, Anna Karenina and City of Angels. His other Broadway credits include Wonderful Town, Passion and Cabaret. He most recently appeared Off-Broadway in Black Tie. Mayes received a Tony nomination for She Loves Me, with other Broadway credits including Welcome to the Club, Urban Cowboy, and Steel Magnolias. Off-Broadway, she has been seen in Closer Than Ever, Das Barbecue, and Pete N'Keely, among others. Call for cover/minimum information.
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NYC: THE VILLAGE GATE'S "OLD FASHIONED PIANO PARTY"

NYC: THE VILLAGE GATE'S "OLD FASHIONED PIANO PARTY"

A edition of (le) Poisson Rouge's weekly Old Fashioned Piano Party will be celebrating the songs of William Finn (Falsettos, A New Brain, ... Spelling Bee) this Sunday, April 24th at 9:00 pm at LE POISSON ROUGE (158 Bleecker Street, NYC - 212-505-3474). Hosted by theater nerd Kevin Michael Murphy, with Caleb Hoyer on the keys. The show is also featuring composer Alex Wyse (Nighttime Traffic) and Special Guests Rebecca Vogel, Brian DeCaluwe, Jo Philbin, & Paul Louis Lessard. This weekly event is cover-free and will feature drink specials. This up-and-coming open mic night is highly recommended for show-tune lovers, Broadway enthusiasts, "Gleeks", fans of Charles Nelson Reilly, and anyone who ever wanted to do their own dream ballet; showcasing new composers and some of Broadway and Off-Broadway's best each week at the site of the old Village Gate - a nightclub/theater that opened in the late 50's and premiered a number of Off-Broadway shows.
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Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Monday, April 25, 2011

Sunday, April 24, 2011